Vetiver is a heavy, viscous oil with a rich undertone of “precious wood notes” and is very useful to calm and balance the mind and body. It is also good for dry skin conditions and aching joints and muscles.
Directions:
- A large nozzle in the bottle helps to some extent, but it may require gentle warming of the bottle in your hands or warm water to pour a few drops out.
- Blend 1 drop each of Vetiver, Jasmine and Sandalwood in 10ml of Peach Kernel oil for a luxurious massage oil.
To help shrug off aches and pains on cold winter nights blend a teaspoon of Sweet Almond oil, add 1 drop each of Vetiver, Patchouli and Lavender and swish into a very warm bath.
Method of Extraction:
Steam distillation from the dried roots and rootlets of the grass.
Main Theraputic Properties:
Calmative, Digestive stimulant, Antispasmodic, Immune tonic, Antirheumatic.
Did you know?
Vetiver essential oil is produced from the rootlets of a grass which grows wild in many parts of India, Sri Lanka and other parts of Asia. The rootlets are dried, cut and chopped, then soaked in water prior to distillation.
Caution:
Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
